Software Developer - Empire Life

Software Developer

Location: Remote - anywhere in Canada

The total target compensation (TTC) range, including salary and target bonus, is $76,300 - $125,350. This TTC range is applicable to permanent roles only; fixed-term contract and casual roles are not eligible for annual bonus and would receive only the base salary component. The actual base salary offered within this range will be determined by the successful candidate’s skills and experience, as well as internal equity.

As our team continues to grow, we are proactively accepting applications for future Software Developer positions in the Front Office Development team. This posting is an opportunity to express your interest for anticipated openings.

Why pursue this opportunity

Our mission - make insurance, investments and benefits simple, fast and easy for our customers.

Join a transforming business - we are a medium-sized Canadian company in a stable industry which is rapidly transforming.

Impactful work - get the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a positive impact on our customers, our company, and society as a whole.

Hone your skills - this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your technical, and functional skills.

What you’ll be working on

• Software development of high quality, production ready applications and API’s.
• Lead the delivery of new and existing applications and services to production while working with the infrastructure, security and operations teams (aka DevOps) while we build Empire Life’s digital platform.
• Contribute to automated testing with unit, functional and behavioral testing.
• Proactively work with internal network and security teams to monitor applicable applications and services.
• Troubleshoot problems and ensure resolution of issues.
• Research and investigate improvements; analyze and provide findings and recommendations to management.
• Enable the team to achieve success beyond their individual capabilities.
• Provide technical expertise from experience.
• Mentor teammates, facilitate the solving of challenging problems, and make difficult decisions.
• Contribute to architecture design while collaborating with the Solution Architecture team.
• Contribute to process improvements while using data driven decision making.
• Following and proactively responding to technology and industry changes which impact our business.

What we’re looking for you to have

• 3+ years of professional software development experience.
• Post-secondary degree, diploma, or equivalent technical training/experience.
• Proficiency in Python, Kotlin, Java, JavaScript (React).
• Hands-on experience with React Native.
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL and MSSQL Server.
• Experience with Event-Driven Architecture (Kafka, Pub/Sub or equivalent).
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and/or Microsoft Azure.
• Proficiency with GitHub Actions and ArgoCD.
• Skilled in Kubernetes deployments and Terraform for configuration management.
• Experience in automated testing (unit and integration) and Load Testing to meet SLA performance standards.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and project management tools like Jira would be considered an asset.
• Logical thinker with the ability to analyze complex issues, prioritize tasks, and pivot effectively under pressure.
• Comfortable working both independently and as a proactive team member.
• If you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada.

Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.

Beyond the salary

For permanent full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

• Hybrid work model
• Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
• Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non sales positions
• Access to learning & development programs, and education/tuition reimbursement (role dependent), to support your professional growth and career advancement.
• Competitive uncapped commission, for sales positions
• A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, health and dental and a generous health account
• Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
• Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
• A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
• Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
• Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
• A cash employee referral program

To learn more about working at Empire Life, visit https://www.empire.ca/workatempire.

Get to know us

Empire life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process.

We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Empire Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to building an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require a specific adjustment to help you present your best self, please let us know—we are happy to work with you. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact .